Stories for March 2019

Stories for March 2019

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Wednesday, March 27

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Breakfast in Arlington to Benefit OAR

Strengthening community through second chances.

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Introducing Opera to Youngsters in Arlington

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Families of the Fallen

T.A.P.S. marks 25 years of support for survivors.

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Tuesday, March 26

5K: Challenge Racism in Arlington

Nonprofit “dedicated to empowering people to disrupt racism wherever they find it.”

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Opinion: Commentary: Call To Action…To Save the Arts

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Offering a Book-Filled Sense of Community in Arlington

NoVa Teen Book Festival to connect readers and authors.

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Paving Way to Rename Jefferson Davis Highway

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Monday, March 25

Report Shows Geographic Disparities in Health in Virginia

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Environmental Groups Glad About Virginia Coal Ash Cleanup Law

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Friday, March 22

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The Hidden History of Del Ray

Uncovering the secret past in the Town of Potomac.

Gambling. Corruption, Racism. Greed. These are all part of a little-known narrative from the Del Ray's long-ago past, a time when progressive leaders closed a corrupt racetrack and formed the Town of Potomac, only to see an unwanted attempt by Alexandria City Hall to steal the land in a controversial annexation.

Wednesday, March 20

Increasing Access to Naloxone in Virginia

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Virginia Student-Athletes Receive Further Concussion Protection

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Public Health Officials Launch TB Awareness Campaign

Tuberculosis still a health issue in Fairfax County.

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Explaining Death to Children

Breaking down a difficult topic and helping children grieve.

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Tuesday, March 19

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Video Inspires Teens to Save

Arlington student representing Burke & Herbert Bank places second In national video contest.

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Fledgling Bird Watchers See Barred Owl in Arlington

Everyone’s heart beats just a bit faster with the excitement.

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It’s an Amazonian Deal in Arlington

Financial commitments include $23 million grant plus infrastructure investments.

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Thursday, March 14

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Part 2 in a Series: Narcan Saves Lives in Arlington

The role of Narcan in opioid overdoses.

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Arlington Kiwanis Club Opens Minds

Questions about authorship of Shakespearean writings.

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Arlington Artist Focuses on Local Sights and Light

VanderPoel to be featured in Rosslyn Café Spring Community Arts and Entertainment Series.

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World Languages Celebrated at Arlington Career Center

Annual showcase of language learning emphasizes presentation skills.

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Arlington County Board To Hear Comments on Amazon HQ at Public Hearing

Estimated $51 million pay-for-performance incentive package proposed.

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Wednesday, March 13

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Pet-Friendly Decor

Pet-owning designers offer advice on practical design choices that don’t sacrifice style.

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Local Talent on Global Stage

USA Special Olympics Team heads to Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates for World Games 2019.

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Virginia: And They’re Off!

Primary Election Day is June 11, 2019; Dems flood District Office to file for candidacy.

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Virginia Governor Signs Law Banning All Tobacco Products at School

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The Business Case for Economic Mobility

Business leaders, community organizations, academics, public officials gather to discuss strategies for bridging the economic mobility gap.

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Tuesday, March 12

Friday, March 8

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In the Fight Against Arlington Opioid Epidemic

Drug of the moment may change, but underlying problem remains.

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Generals Fall to Bulldogs in Overtime

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Opinion: Commentary: Focus on Affordable Living in Arlington

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Opinion: Commentary: Virginia Adds Funds for Education

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Wednesday, March 6

Managing Screen Time

Working collaboratively with one’s child can decrease the struggle.

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Virginia General Assembly Expands Revenge Porn Law

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Bills to Protect Virginia Landowners in Pipeline Cases Fail

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Metro’s Current Hours Stand

Board plans to address riders’ other concerns instead.

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LGBTQ Advocates Dismayed But Undaunted by Legislative Defeats in Virginia

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Opinion: Editorial: 2019

But this year is supposed to be an improvement.

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Monday, March 4